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    Cessation

    /sɛˈseɪʃən/

    Meaning & Definition

    noun
    The fact or process of ending or being brought to an end.
    The cessation of hostilities was a welcome relief for the civilians.
    A pause or stop in an action or process.
    The sudden cessation of noise indicated that the event was over.
    The termination of an activity or state.
    The company announced the cessation of its production line due to financial difficulties.
    The stopping of a practice or activity, often used in a formal context.
    The cessation of smoking is crucial for improving health.

    Etymology

    From Latin 'cessatio', from 'cessare' meaning to cease.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    cessation of hostilities
    A stopping of fighting between parties.
    cessation of operations
    The stopping of business activities or production.

    Related Words

    cease
    To bring or come to an end.
    stop
    To bring to a halt.
    pause
    A temporary stop.

    Slang Meanings

    Chilling out
    We're just in cessation mode today, taking it easy.
    Taking a break
    After the long meeting, we need a cessation.